Isogenoides hansoni
(Ricker, 1952)
Appalachian springfly
Isogenoides hansoni, known as the Appalachian springfly, is a of in the Perlodidae. It has been documented in northeastern North America, including the northeastern United States and southeastern Canada. The species communicates through vibrational drumming, a shared with other members of its . It was first described by Ricker in 1952.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Isogenoides hansoni: /ˌaɪsoʊdʒəˈnoʊ.iːdz ˈhæn.sə.naɪ/
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Distribution
Recorded from Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, Maryland, and New Brunswick. The "Appalachian springfly" suggests association with the Appalachian region, though specific elevational or stream-type preferences are not documented.
Behavior
Has been observed to communicate using vibrational 'drumming', a substrate-borne vibration method used for mate location and recognition. This is shared with other in the Isogenoides.
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Taxonomic History
Originally described as Isogenus hansoni by Ricker in 1952, later transferred to the Isogenoides.
Observation Rarity
As of source date, only two iNaturalist observations were recorded, suggesting the may be genuinely rare, under-sampled, or difficult to detect.